1976 Fiat 133 vs. 1948 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1976 Fiat 133 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 GAZ M-20 (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 GAZ M-20 should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1976 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1948 GAZ M-20 (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1948 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 133 | 1948 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Fiat | GAZ |
| Model | 133 | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1948 |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2710 mm |
